This Tennessee Kitchen Obtained a Colourful Glow Up
Sink: Signature Hardware Algren
Faucet: Signature Hardware Ridgeway in polished brass
Appliances: “Original and dreadful,” Katherine says. “I painted the fridge to make it feel more like a paneled fridge. I also painted the oven and installed some moody art from Artfully walls over the top to hide the original vent exhaust.”
Even the fridge got a brand new look.
graham yeltonFurniture: The wall shelf is the Oslo ½” Glass Unit from Iron Abode. The mirror above the sink is from the early 20th century.
Lighting: The sink sconces are the Ellipse model by Ranor Lighting, and the ceiling light is the Fresno by Etsy shop Illuminate Vintage.
Most insane splurge: “I can’t really say there was a single splurge item in this room,” Katherine admits. “Our biggest investment was our time and labor.”
Sneakiest save: The floors, hands down. “I Spackled the divots of the linoleum, glued old seams back down, and then painted the whole thing,” Katherine says. “It’s not a forever solution, but since this is a rental, it was the best option. One hundred dollars for an entirely new looking floor!”
Blush tile and dark red cabinetry make for a peppy pairing.
graham yeltonThe best part: The power of paint. “Paint allowed me to play down the parts of the room I didn’t want to see and focus attention on my favorite parts,” Katherine says. “Your eye goes right to the back wall. The backsplash, mirror, and sink feel like the crown jewels of the room.”
What I’d never do again: Painting a dark color with a roller and brush was a challenge, Katherine shares. “Red, in particular, is a finicky shade that almost always requires three to four coats. I would use a sprayer next time.”
Final bill: About $3,125
